Network Audio Decoder - Exstreamer

Barix AG
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Network audio decoder for commercial applications and custom home installations

  • Plays MP3, G.711(uLaw/aLaw) files from PC, web server and USB memory stick
  • Streams from Shoutcast / Icecast server and RTP devices (Cisco IP telephones)
  • 10/100 Mbit Ethernet connection
  • Control via standard web browser, IR remote control, API (serial,TCP, UDP,cgi)

Overview

The Barix Exstreamer 100 is a versatile, network audio decoder for a variety of applications. It enables users to create flexible, cost-effective distributed audio systems using standard IP technology.

Barix Extreamer 100The Barix Exstreamer 100 plays MP3, G.711 and PCM audio files from a PC, web server or a local USB memory stick as well as legacy digital and analog sources (when used with the Instreamer) and can stream from sources like Shoutcast/Icecast servers (Internet radio) or RTP devices such as Cisco IP telephones.

The device is easily controlled by a standard web browser with the optional Barix IR remote control.With serial and Ethernet control APIs, the device can also be managed from typical automation systems.

Common Applications

  • Playing MP3 / G.711 / PCM libraries from a PC or the local USB memory stick
  • Multiroom or multizone distributed audio systems for a commercial enterprise or for the home
  • Commercial audio streaming applications (airports, hotels, etc.)
  • Realtime audio bridging over IP (when used with the Instreamer)
  • Paging and announcement applications (supports Cisco IP phones)
  • Instore audio distribution (realtime) for retail, restaurants, franchises

Exstreamer 100 Applications

Installation

Installing the Barix Exstreamer 100 is fast and simple due to its unique features - SonicIP and IPzator:The device announces its IP address over the audio output after power-up!

Integration & Application Development

The Barix Exstreamer 100 support various control and communication modes. Software developers can easily write audio applications using one of the openly documented Ethernet (cgi,TCP, UDP) or serial interfaces (API). Special software (streaming client) with automatic failover and monitoring capabilities is available on request.

Technical Specifications

Audio Formats:

  • MP3 up to 320 kBit fixed & variable bit rates,
  • G.711(uLaw/aLaw) @ 8 and 24 kHz
  • PCM (16bit) @ 8 and 24 kHz
  • WMA (firmware on request)

Audio Interfaces:

  • Stereo RCA, 3.5 mm Headphone Jack, 4.2Vpp max, bass and treble adjustable by browser

Network Interface:

  • RJ45 10/100 Mbit Ethernet (Auto),TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, DHCP, SNMP, AutoIP, SonicIP, IPzator

Control Interfaces:

  • RS-232 DSub 9pin male, 300..115200 Baud optional IR Remote kit

Misc:

  • Two LED (red and green) status indicators, reset/factory default button
  • USB1.1 interface for memory sticks (FAT16)

Power requirements:

  • 9 to 30VDC / 12 to 24VAC, 4 Watt max.
  • 230VAC (EC) or 110VAC (US) power supply included (250g)

Case:

  • Metal, 250g, 4.25" x 1.5" x 3.1"
  • 108mm x 38mm x 78.7mm

Operating temperature / humidity:

  • 0-40 C / 32 - 104 F / 0-70% relative humidity, noncondensing

Certifications:

  • FCC B, CE B

User Interface:

  • browser based, serial port or Ethernet control API for automation systems, integrated web server for control and configuration
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